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Local Eagle Scout proposes community 'tattered flag' drop boxes for proper retirement
Summary
Garrison Lewis presented an Eagle Scout project to build secure drop boxes for worn U.S. flags, proposing locations at the Marshall County Library, Columbia State Community College and either City Hall or the courthouse annex; he plans to complete construction by the end of the month after final workbook signatures and fundraising.
Garrison Lewis told the Lewisburg City Council he plans to build “tattered flag drop boxes” as his Eagle Scout project so residents can turn in worn U.S. flags for proper retirement.
Nut graf: The proposed boxes would provide a permanent, convenient option for flag retirement in Lewisburg. Lewis said proposed locations include the Marshall County Library, Columbia State Community College and either City Hall or the courthouse annex; he will begin fundraising and purchasing materials after he receives final sign-offs in his Eagle workbook.
“My plan is to build what I'm calling tattered flag drop off boxes,” Lewis said. He told the council that school and work obligations caused some delays, but he expects to finish construction by the end of the month to allow time for completion of his Eagle requirements.
Ending: Council members thanked Lewis for the project and encouraged him to proceed with fundraising and construction. No formal council action was required.
